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2 Captain Shreve High School An Engineering & Liberal Arts Magnet Recognized for excellence in Education by The President of the United States and The U.S. Office of Education Handbook for Students Class of 2018 Sandra McCalla Principal Marie Eakin, Assistant Principal of Instruction Jenifer Guerrero, Assistant Principal of Instruction Chenita McDonald, Assistant Principal of Administration Robert Silvie, Assistant Principal of Administration 6115 East Kings Highway Shreveport, LA Office: (318) i

3 You forfeit your chance for life at its fullest when you withhold your best effort in learning. When you give only the minimum to learning, you receive only the minimum in return. Even with your parents best example and your teachers best efforts, in the end it is YOUR work that determines how much and how well you learn. When you work to your full capacity, you can hope to attain the knowledge and skills that will enable you to create your future and control your destiny. If you do not, you will have your future thrust upon you by others. Take hold of your life, apply your gifts and talents, and work with dedication and self-discipline. Have high expectations for yourself and convert every challenge into an opportunity. A Nation at Risk April, 1983 ii

4 BELIEFS AND MISSION CAPTAIN SHREVE HIGH SCHOOL REAFFIRMED MAY 2011 GATOR Mission: G-oal oriented A-ware T-rustworthy O-rganized R²-espectful -esponsible Captain Shreve High School s mission is to promote academic achievement and leadership development in a safe environment. Public education, one of the most important functions of government, should develop competent citizens prepared for productive and satisfying lives. To this end, the staff emphasizes a broad-based education including mastery of basic skills and enrichment programs for advanced learning. The faculty of Captain Shreve High School recognizes the importance of instilling in students the ideals and attitudes in keeping with their democratic heritage. In addition, the staff recognizes each student as unique with individual goals, drives, interests, abilities, and aptitudes. Our broad-based education is important for all students. The mastery of basic skills is essential whether students select the magnet offerings in engineering or liberal arts or another career path. The faculty stresses the importance of a well-rounded education for each student by including a wide variety of course offerings. Since each student is unique, the school offers a flexible program that allows all students opportunities to experience success. Because individuals react on the basis of their experiences, the faculty has committed to the extensive use of differentiated materials, multi-sensory aids, and human resources. Curriculum development, dynamic in nature, is an outgrowth of this commitment. To achieve the goal of developing responsible citizens, the school provides experiences that will enable students to become contributing members of society. The faculty offers opportunities for involvement in curricular, cocurricular, and extracurricular activities. Such opportunities and experiences enhance self-esteem, encourage respect for others, and provide necessary development in critical thinking, problem solving, decision making, and responsible citizenship. Furthermore, the faculty emphasizes education for the purpose of gainful employment. Finally, the faculty also accepts the responsibility for implementing a plan of communication and outreach with the families of Captain Shreve High School because we realize the importance of an informed community. iii

5 TABLE OF CONTENTS BELIEFS AND MISSION iii ABOUT CAPTAIN SHREVE HIGH SCHOOL 1 PARENT TEACHER STUDENT ASSOCIATION 2 WHAT TO DO IN CASE 3 VISITORS 4 HALL PASS 4 ANNOUNCEMENTS 4 BELL AND CLASS SCHEDULE 4 LUNCH SHIFTS 4 LIBRARY REGULATIONS 5 ENGINEERING PREP MAGNET 7 LIBERAL ARTS MAGNET 8 ADVANCED PLACEMENT PROGRAM 9 CLOSE UP 9 VARSITY ATHLETICS 10 NCAA DIVISION I FRESHMAN 10 NCAA DIVISION II 13 NCAA DIVISION III 15 CURRICULAR OFFERINGS 16 FORMAT OF COURSE DESCRIPTIONS 18 LA CORE 4 19 BASIC CORE 20 ACADEMIC HONESTY POLICY 21 EOC 22 CORRESPONDENCE COURSES 22 GRADUATION SUPPLIES 23 GRADUATION DRESS AND CONDUCT 23 HONOR CORDS FOR GRADUATION 23 DEBT POLICY 23 PRESIDENT S EDUCATION AWARD PROGRAM (PEAP) 24 LOUISIANA'S TOPS 26 DIPLOMA ENDORSEMENTS 29 GRADING POLICY 30 GRADE PLACEMENT 30 DEBT POLICY 31 LANGUAGE ARTS 34 FOREIGN LANGUAGES 40 SOCIAL STUDIES 44 LIBERAL ARTS MAGNET 46 ACT PREP 47 MATHEMATICS 50 SCIENCE 52 ENGINEERING MAGNET 56 HEALTH AND PHYSICAL EDUCATION 60 JUNIOR RESERVE OFFICERS TRAINING CORPS 64 iv

6 FINE ARTS 68 MUSIC 72 BUSINESS 76 VOCATIONAL COURSES 80 CADDO CAREER CENTER 84 FAIR PARK MEDICAL CAREERS MAGNET 87 BTW COMPUTER SCIENCE CENTER 88 BTW TELECOMMUNICATIONS CENTER 89 BTW COSMETOLOGY 89 STUDENT CONDUCT CODE 92 BEHAVIOR 92 CONSEQUENCES FOR BOMB THREAT 93 PDA 94 BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT ROOM (BMR) 94 IN-SCHOOL SUSPENSION (ISS) 94 AFTER-SCHOOL DETENTION 94 SCHOOL TRIPS 95 USE OF THE ELEVATOR 95 STUDENT DRESS CODE 95 ATTENDANCE POLICY 96 SUSPESION/UNEXCUSED ABSENCE 97 TARDINESS 97 SUSPENSION OF DRIVER'S LICENSE 98 ID CARDS 98 SCHOOL FEE 98 LOCKERS 98 GYM LOCKERS 98 PARKING 98 CAFETERIA 99 DRINK CONTAINERS 99 MONEY COLLECTIONS 99 ELECTRONIC DEVICES 99 TELEPHONES / CELL PHONES 100 PE AND ROTC DRESS 100 PROXY SERVER MISUSE 100 GUIDANCE SERVICES 100 SEXUAL HARASSMENT POLICY 101 ADMINISTERING MEDICINES TO STUDENTS 101 SPECIAL EDUCATION 101 CONSTITUTIONS 104 ACTIVITIES 104 CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS 104 GRIEVANCE PROCEDURES ALMA MATER 120 v

7 CAPTAIN SHREVE HIGH SCHOOL Captain Shreve High School, a comprehensive program including collegepreparatory academics, engineering prep courses, liberal arts offerings, varsity athletics, visual and performing arts, vocational opportunities, and special education services, was opened in the fall of The school was named for Captain Henry Miller Shreve, who was responsible for clearing the log jam on Red River. This clearing led to the founding of Shreveport in The school, with a current enrollment of approximately 1400 students, is unique in that it is the only multi-story round school in this area. The center portion of this air-conditioned facility houses the administrative area on the first floor, the library on the second, and the science laboratories on the third. During the summer of 1983, Captain Shreve was designated one of 73 Outstanding High Schools in America by the National Commission on Excellence in Education. Many factors contributed to this honor. Among them are the following features: Approximately forty percent of faculty and staff with advanced degrees ACT and SAT scores above average Sixty-five percent of graduating students enroll in a four-year college or university Charter member of the high school section of College Board Advanced Placement courses available in several subjects Gifted, honors, or enriched level classes for academically talented in English, mathematics, science, and social studies Publications nationally recognized for excellence include the school newspaper and Log, the yearbook Approximately forty clubs and organizations, including those devoted to service, academic honors, school spirit, and co-curricular interests High degree of community involvement Outstanding parental support, highlighted by a very active PTSA sponsoring Back-to-School Night, Distinguished Scholars Program, Eighth Grade Orientation, Teacher Appreciation Week, College Knowledge Program, Honors Day assemblies, the Gator-Aid newsletter, New Parent Orientation, and the volunteer programs. 1

8 CAPTAIN SHREVE PARENT TEACHER STUDENT ASSOCIATION In 1967 a group of interested parents organized the Captain Shreve PTA in the interest of the students, the teachers, and the parents of the school. By establishing the PTA at Captain Shreve, the organization became directly affiliated with the state and national PTA and, therefore, shares a common goal--the best possible education for our young people. In 1994, PTA became PTSA, allowing the students to join the organization. In 2004 the PTSA was named a National PTA Parent Involvement School of Excellence. Through the years the PTSA has become a working partnership of faculty and parents. It is a volunteer organization that strives to be of assistance wherever needed. PTSA is directly responsible for presenting New Parent Orientation; Back-To-School Night for parents; College Knowledge, a college awareness program for students and parents; Founders Day for recognizing a PTSA Life member, and Service Scroll recipient; Distinguished Scholar Recognition Program; Educator of Distinction, Honors Day/Night for recognizing students who have brought honor and distinction to themselves and Captain Shreve; Eighth Grade Open House for potential Captain Shreve families to learn about the programs the school has to offer; and Circle of Honor, a banquet held in conjunction with homecoming activities to recognize individuals who have made outstanding contributions in time and service to improve the quality of life for others and brought honor to Captain Shreve. Four times a year the PTSA publishes and sends home a newsletter, Gator- Aid. The National PTA Reflections Program--a cultural arts contest conducted in the school by local chapter members through the art, music, and literature classes--is an opportunity for Captain Shreve students to express themselves with their original works. Teacher Appreciation Week in March and Faculty Birthday Luncheons are PTSA s unique way of letting the faculty know what a good job it does. The PTSA has sponsored and supported various other educational programs through the years as needs have evolved. In each case it has been rewarding to be a member of such an important group at Captain Shreve. PTSA members are willing to be of service and support in any capacity which benefits the school. The PTSA encourages its membership to join the Captain Shreve Academic Foundation and the Athletic Booster Club. Each parent and student is encouraged to join the Captain Shreve PTSA. Sources of income are dues and the Gator Focus Fund. We also participate in the Kroger Share Card program. Your support, assistance, and active participation are needed. Everyone can belong to the PTSA--parents, students, teachers, grandparents, and individuals with or without children--anyone who cares about children and wants to make that caring count. JOIN THE PTSA AT CAPTAIN SHREVE. 2

9 WHAT TO DO IN CASE... You are hurt or ill Go to the main office and request permission to check out. If you are in class when you become ill, ask your teacher for permission to go to the office. There is a fire drill or tornado drill Each teacher is responsible for briefing all classes on the evacuation plan and actions required during a drill. Each person should move quickly, quietly and in an orderly manner according to the evacuation plan. There is a power failure In the event of power failure, students and teachers are to remain in the classroom. The president of the Student Council should report to the principal. Teachers open classroom doors for verbal instructions. You have been absent The first day you return to school, you should bring a note stating the reason for absence and turn it in to the facilitator in D105. This must be done within 2 days of the absence. You are tardy Report to the tardy desk in D105 until 9:05 a.m. With the exception of first period, students who are at least five minutes tardy are to be sent to D105. You need to leave school Fill out a check-out form in the main office and give it to the secretary. Return to class until check-out is confirmed. You have lost a book Tell your teacher you want to pay for the book so that you can be issued another one. You have found an article or lost an article Consult the secretary in the main office. You want advice about college, schedules, or personal problems See your counselor in the main office area. You want information about various colleges Research colleges and universities online; sign up in the front office to visit with college representatives when they are on campus; see your counselor if you have further questions. You are a graduating senior Order your graduation supplies promptly to avoid possible delays. 3

10 VISITORS All visitors are to sign in and out at the front office. HALL PASS Upon leaving a classroom, students are required to have a hall pass signed and dated by the teacher. The hall pass is to be returned to the teacher who issued it. ANNOUNCEMENTS An administrator must approve announcements. When a club or organization has an announcement, it is to be given to the secretary after an administrator has signed it. Plan ahead. The announcements are due by the beginning of 5th period each day. BELL AND CLASS SCHEDULE STUDENTS ON FIRST LUNCH STUDENTS ON SECOND LUNCH Homeroom 8:30 8:38 Homeroom 8:30 8:38 First Period 8:38 9:29 First Period 8:38 9:29 Passing 9:29 9:34 Passing 9:29 9:34 Second Period 9:34 10:25 Second Period 9:34 10:25 Passing 10:25 10:30 Passing 10:25 10:30 Third Period 10:30 11:21 Third Period 10:30 11:21 FIRST LUNCH 11:21 11:51 Passing 11:21 11:26 Passing 11:51 11:56 Fourth Period 11:26 12:17 Fourth Period 11:56 12:47 SECOND LUNCH 12:17 12:47 Passing 12:47 12:52 Passing 12:47 12:52 Fifth Period 12:52 1:43 Fifth Period 12:52 1:43 Passing 1:43 1:48 Passing 1:43 1:48 Sixth Period 1:48 2:39 Sixth Period 1:48 2:39 Passing 2:39 2:44 Passing 2:39 2:44 Seventh Period 2:44 3:35 Seventh Period 2:44 3:35 LUNCH SHIFTS First Lunch 11:21 11:51 Second Lunch 12:17 12:47 4

11 LIBRARY REGULATIONS The library will be open from 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m. each school day. Note: The times of day are subject to change. Students and teachers are expected to adhere to these rules: Teachers and students are encouraged to recommend titles for purchase of materials. All students are to enter the library using the main entrance. A library pass must be presented at the circulation desk upon entering and leaving the library unless the student is accompanied by a teacher. Students on pass will be monitored and disciplined as required by librarians. No food or drinks in the library. Students should exhibit rules of courtesy, which require that they leave their stations in the condition in which they were found. Courtesy also requires they respect the rights of others by keeping noise level to a minimum. Students should bring materials needed for their library assignment leaving extra books, binders, or backpacks in the classroom. Books may be borrowed for a period of two weeks and renewed for an additional two weeks unless they are needed for an assignment in the library. Captain Sheve I.D. cards are required when checking out books. Certain books and materials will be restricted to overnight loan and must be in the library before class the following morning. A fine of twenty-five cents per period will be charged on each overnight book until it is returned. Students will be responsible for all borrowed materials including payment for lost or damaged books. A fine of twenty-five cents per school day will be charged for overdue books. Written parental approval is required to use the Internet and technology. 5

12 Engineering Prep Magnet En Liberal Arts Magnet Special Programs 6

13 ENGINEERING PREP MAGNET Captain Shreve High School has incorporated a challenging high-tech preengineering program available to qualified applicants within its own district and across the parish. Applicants should possess genuine interest in the area of engineering and are expected to maintain a high level of motivation toward academic excellence. ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: To apply for the program the student will need to present evidence of the following: Standardized test scores at or above the 50th percentile in Total Mathematics and Total Reading or ileap test scores at or above a scale score of 300 in Mathematics and 315 in Reading. Good disciplinary record must be maintained with no suspensions in order to be admitted and remain in the magnet program. Regular attendance 2.75 GPA required to be accepted and to remain in the program FOUR-YEAR PLAN FOR AN ENGINEERING PREP STUDENT: 9th grade English I (Gifted, H, E), Civics/Free Enterprise, Algebra I (Gifted, H, E) or Geometry (Gifted, H, E) Foreign Language I, Physical Science, P.E. I/ROTC I, Introduction to Engineering Design (IED) 10th grade English II (Gifted, H, E), Global Insights (E), or European History (AP), Geometry (Gifted, H, E) or Algebra II (Gifted, H, E), PE II/Health or ROTC II/Health, Biology, Foreign Language II, Principles of Engineering (POE) 11th grade English III - (Gifted, H, E), American History (AP or E), Algebra II (Gifted, H, E) or Adv. Math, Chemistry (H or E), Digital Electronics (DE), and 2 electives 12th grade English IV (Gifted AP, AP, E), Advanced Math, or Precalculus, Calculus (AP), Physics (AP), Social Studies, 3 electives AP: Advanced Placement (College Board) H: Honors E: Enriched LA Core 4 must have 1 unit of the Arts 7

14 LIBERAL ARTS MAGNET Captain Shreve has developed a unique and challenging liberal arts curriculum available to qualified applicants within its own district and across the parish. Applicants should possess genuine interest in the liberal arts area and are expected to maintain a high level of motivation toward academic excellence. ENTRANCE REQUIREMENTS: To apply for the program, the student will need to present evidence of the following: To apply for the program the student will need to present evidence of the following: Standardized test scores at or above the 50th percentile in Total Mathematics and Total Reading or ileap test scores at or above a scale score of 300 in Mathematics and 315 in Reading. Good disciplinary record must be maintained with no suspensions in order to be admitted and remain in the magnet program. Regular attendance 2.75 GPA required to be accepted in the program and to remain in the program FOUR YEAR PLAN FOR THE LIBERAL ARTS STUDENT 9th grade Eng I (Gifted, H, or E), Civics, Algebra I (Gifted, H, or E) or Geometry (Gifted, H, or E), Physical Science (E), P.E. I/ROTC I, Foreign Language I, 1 elective 10th grade Eng. II (Gifted, H, E), Global Insights (H, E), Geometry (Gifted, H, E) or Algebra II (Gifted, H, or E), P.E. II/ROTC II/Health, Foreign Language II (E), 2 electives 11th grade English III (Gifted, Honors, or E), American History (AP, or E) Algebra II (Gifted, H, E) or Advanced Math (H or E), Chemistry (H, or E), Liberal Arts I, 2 electives 12th grade English IV (AP Gifted, AP, E), Advanced Math or Calculus (AP), European History (AP) or World Geography (E), Science, Liberal Arts II, 2 electives AP: Advanced Placement (College Board) H: Honors E: Enriched 8

15 Liberal Arts offerings: Foreign Language III and/or IV Liberal Arts I Fine Arts Survey Enriched European History AP Liberal Arts II Novels Recommended electives for Liberal Arts students: Psychology and Sociology, Publications, Art, Music, Debate, AP European History, AP Physics, AP Calculus, Chemistry II AP: Advanced Placement (College Board) H: Honors E: Enriched LA Core 4 must have 1 unit of the Arts ADVANCED PLACEMENT PROGRAM The Advanced Placement (AP) courses, sponsored by the College Board, allow students the opportunity to earn college credit in addition to high school credit. An AP course is a special college-level learning experience. It is challenging, stimulating, requires more work, gives greater opportunity for progress, and goes into greater depth than other high school courses. At the conclusion of the course the student is encouraged to take a three-hour College Board AP Exam, for a fee of approximately $ Exams, which include multiple choice and essay sections, are given at school during a designated testing period in May. Grading on a scale of 1-5 is done by the College Board. Scores that qualify for college credit are determined by the college. Students are urged to learn the policies at colleges they are considering by corresponding directly with appropriate officials. A student may arrange to take an AP Exam without having taken the course. This is recommended only for extremely able and highly motivated students. CLOSE UP Close Up, recommended for juniors and seniors, is an opportunity for high school students and teachers to put aside their textbooks and travel to Washington, D. C. to experience government in action. Students may engage in frank discussions with senators, representatives, White House and executive branch officials, lobbyists, reporters and other news makers, and develop a richer understanding of the political process. Close Up is observing and understanding the complexities of living government. 9

16 VARSITY ATHLETICS The purpose of athletics is to promote the physical, mental, moral, social, and emotional well-being of the individual players. Varsity athletics at Captain Shreve High School include football, boys and girls soccer, boys and girls basketball, baseball, softball, boys and girls track, boys and girls tennis, boys and girls golf, and boys and girls cross country track. Lacrosse is a club sport made up of Captain Shreve students. The sports are played under the auspices of the Louisiana High School Athletic Association. To be eligible for extra-curricular athletics, a student must pass 6 subjects and maintain a 2.0 GPA for the first and third nine weeks and for the first and second semesters. Students must also be in compliance with the rules and regulations of the Louisiana High School Athletic Association. Football begins in August and extends through November. Interested players should contact the head coach. Physical examinations are usually scheduled the first week in August. Basketball begins in October and extends through February. The sign-up dates for spring sports will be announced during the year. *NCAA DIVISION I FRESHMAN - ELIGIBILITY STANDARDS All Student-Athletes must register with the NCAA Initial-Eligibility Center. The NCAA Division I initial-eligibility rules have changed. Please refer to for information regarding nontraditional courses such as: on-line course, recovery courses, correspondence courses, etc. Click on Resources and then on-line, virtual, nontraditional courses. Division I Qualifier Being a Division I qualifier enables you to: Practice or compete for your college or university during your first year of college; Receive an athletics scholarship during your first year of college; and Play four seasons in your sport if you maintain eligibility from year to year Division I Nonqualifier Being a nonqualifier, you will not be able to: Practice or compete for your college or university during your first year of college; or Receive and athletics scholarship during your first year of college, although you may receive need based financial aid *Subject to Change You may be able to play only three seasons in your sport if you maintain eligibility from year to year. To earn a fourth season you must complete at least 80% of degree requirements before beginning the fifth year of college. 10

17 IMPORTANT CHANGE: All SAT and ACT test scores must be reported to the clearinghouse directly from the testing agency. Test scores will not be accepted if reported on a high school transcript. SAT includes the critical reading and math sections. The writing section will not be used. When registering for the SAT or ACT, input the clearinghouse code of 9999 to make sure the score is reported directly to the clearinghouse. NEW CORE GPA//Test Score index Core GPA SAT ACT Core GPA SAT ACT & above

18 OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION Students first entering a collegiate institution in 2008 or later must meet the new 16 core course rule. For more information regarding the new rule, please go to Click on Academic and Athletes, then Eligibility and Recruiting or visit the Eligibility Center Web site at Eligibility Center Contact Information NCAA Eligibility Center: Certification Processing PO Box 7136 Indianapolis, IN Package or overnight delivery: Certification Processing 1802 Alonzo Watford Sr. Drive Indianapolis, IN Web Address: Eligibility Center Customer Service: U.S. callers (toll free) 877/ International Callers 317/ Fax 317/ Students who have been home schooled any portion of their high school career may check the website for information. 12

19 NCAA DIVISION II Freshman - Eligibility Standards thru July 31, 2013 All student-athletes must register with the NCAA Initial-Eligibility Clearinghouse DIVISION II QUALIFIER If you enroll in a Division II college and want to participate in athletics or receive an athletics scholarship during your first year, you must: Graduate from high school; Complete these 14 core courses: o 3 years English o 2 years of Math (Algebra I or higher) o 2 years of Natural or Physical Science (including one year of lab science if offered by your high school) o 2 additional years of English, Math, or Natural or Physical Science o o 2 years of Social Science 3 years of extra core courses (from any category above, or Foreign Language, Nondoctrinal Religion or Philosophy); Earn a grade-point average or better in your core courses; and Earn a combined SAT score of 820 or an ACT sum score of 68 DIVISION II QUALIFIER AUGUST 1, 2013, AND AFTER If you enroll in a Division II college on or after August 1, 2013, and want to participate in athletics or receive an athletics scholarship during your first year, you must: Graduate from high school; Complete these 16 core courses: o 3 years of English o 2years of Math (Algebra I or higher) o 2 years of Natural or Physical Science (including one year of Lab Science if offered by your high school o 3 additional years of English, Math, or Natural or Physical Science o o 2 years of Social Science 4 years of additional core courses (from any category above, or foreign language, nondoctrinal religion or philosophy); Earn a grade-point average or better in your core courses; and Earn a combined SAT score of 820 or an ACT sum score of 68 13

20 DIVISION II QUALIFIER Being a qualifier entitles you to: Practice or compete for your college or university during your first year of college; Receive an athletics scholarship during your first year of college; and Play four seasons in your sport if you maintain your eligibility from year to year DIVISION II PARTIAL QUALIFIER (Does not meet the standards for qualifier.) You will be considered a partial qualifier if you do not meet all of the academic requirements listed above, but you have graduated from high school and meet one of the following: The combined SAT score of 820 or ACT sum score of 68; or Completion of the 14 core courses with a core-course gradepoint average. As a partial qualifier, you: Can practice with your team at its home facility during your first year of college; Can receive an athletics scholarship during your first year of college; Cannot compete during your first year of college; and Can play four seasons in your sport if you maintain your eligibility from year to year. DIVISION II NON-QUALIFIER (Does not meet the standards for qualifier or partial qualifier.) You will be considered a nonqualifier if you did not graduate from high school, or, if you graduated and are missing both the core-course grade-point average or minimum number of core courses and the required ACT or SAT scores. As a non-qualifier, you: Cannot practice or compete for your college or university during your first year of college; Cannot receive an athletics scholarship during your first year of college, although you may receive need-based financial aid; and Can play four seasons in your sport if you maintain your eligibility from year to year. 14

21 NCAA DIVISION III Freshman - Eligibility Standards Division III does not use the Eligibility Center. Contact your Division III college or university regarding its policies on admission, financial aid, practice and competition. CORE COURSES A core course must: Be an academic course in one or a combination of these areas: English, mathematics, natural/physical science, social science, foreign language, nondoctrinal religion or philosphy; Be four-year college preparatory; and Be at or above your high school s regular academic level (no remedial, special education or compensatory courses. Not all classes you take to meet high school graduation requirements may be used as core courses. 15

22 Curricular Offerings 16

23 NOTES 17

24 FORMAT OF COURSE DESCRIPTIONS The descriptions of course offerings at Captain Shreve have been prepared to list the content, requirements, time, credit, and prerequisites for the curricular program. The format is designed to match the registration sheet used by the teacher, counselor, students and parents in setting the student s course of study. The information included in this handbook is as follows: a. Course Title--(e.g., English I) gives the formal course title. b. Phase--the terms enriched, general, honors, and gifted indicate the academic level at which the course is taught. Special sections of math and English classes are available to students particularly talented in those areas. Students are placed in enriched or general phases based on the following criteria: 1) previous teacher recommendations, 2) standardized test scores, and 3) academic standing in middle school. Not all courses are phased. c. Placement permission to enroll in the course requires the consent of the counselor and/or teacher d. Length of course (e.g., full year, semester) designates the duration of the course. e. Credit (½, 1, and 2) designates the number of credit units which are granted to the student upon successful completion of the course. One credit usually indicates a full-year course: two credits usually indicate a full-year double period course, and one-half credit usually indicates a one-semester course. f. Prerequisites--(e.g., English I is a pre-requisite of English II) indicates what course or courses must be taken and successfully completed prior to enrolling in a given course. It would also indicate any other preconditions for enrolling in a course. g. Corequisite--indicates courses which are taken during the same semester. The proper selection of courses by students is an important matter. It is important that the student carefully select each course as an integral part of the student s four-year educational plan. Careful consideration of course selections are equally important to the school, as commitments for staffing and course offerings for the ensuing year are based on the student selections. Therefore, changes in student course selections after June 1 will be made only in rare cases. All changes must have the approval of the school principal. A STUDENT MUST EARN 24 UNITS AND PASS ALL REQUIRED COMPONENTS OF THE GRADUATION EXAMINATION IN ORDER TO GRADUATE AND TO PARTICIPATE IN THE GRADUATION CEREMONY. 18

25 LA CORE 4 THE CURRICULUM Minimum State Department Requirements for Graduation English 4 units Shall be English I, II, III, and English IV Mathematics 4 units Algebra I, Applied Algebra I or Algebra I-Pt. 2 Geometry or Applied Geometry Algebra II The remaining unit shall come from the following: Financial Mathematics, Math Essentials, Advanced Mathematics I, Advanced Mathematics II, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, AP Calculus BC, Probability and Statistics, Discrete Mathematics, or a locally-initiated elective approved by BESE as a math substitute. Science 4 units Shall be the following: 1 unit of Biology 1 unit of Chemistry 2 units from the following courses: Physical Science, Integrated Science, Physics I, Physics of Technology I, Aerospace Science, Biology II, Chemistry II, Earth Science, Environmental Science, Physics II, Physics of Technology II, Agriscience II, Anatomy and Physiology, or a locally initiated elective approved by BESE as a science substitute. Students may not take both Integrated Science and Physical Science Agriscience I is a prerequisite for Agriscience II and is an elective course. A student completing a Career and Technical Area of Concentration may substitute a BESE/Board of Regents approved IBC course from among the primary courses in the student s Area of Concentration for the 4th required science unit Social Studies 4 units Shall be the following 1 unit of Civics (with a section of Free Enterprise) 1 unit of US History 1 unit from the following: World History, World Geography, Western Civilization, or AP European History 1 unit from the following: World History, World Geography, Western Civilization, AP European History, Law Studies, Psychology, Sociology, or African American Studies. Note: Students may take two half credit courses for the fourth required social studies unit. A student completing a Career and Technical Area of Concentration may substitute a BESE/Board of Regents approved IBC course from among the primary courses in the student s Area of Concentration for the 4th required social studies unit. Health Education 1/2 unit JROTC I & II may satisfy Health Requirement Physical Education 1 1/2 units Shall be Physical Education I and Physical Education II, or Adapted Physical Education for eligible special education students. A maximum of four units of Physical Education may be used toward graduation. NOTE: The substitution of JROTC is permissible. Foreign Language 2 units Shall be 2 units in the same Foreign Language or 2 Speech courses Arts 1 unit 1 unit Fine Arts Survey or 1 unit of Art ( 2333), Dance ( 2337), Media Arts ( 2354), Music ( 2355), Theatre Arts ( 2333). Note: Students may satisfy this requirement by earning half credits in two different arts courses. A student completing a Career and Technical Area of Concentration may substitute a BESE/Board of Regents approved IBC course from among the primary courses in the student's area of concentration for the required applied arts unit. Electives 3 units TOTAL 24 units NOTE: After finishing two years of high school, a student and parents may choose to OPT out of Core 4. This option will prepare a student for junior college. IBC = Industry Based Course 19

26 BASIC CORE English 4 units Shall be English I, II, and III, and English IV or Senior Applications in English Mathematics 4 units Algebra I (1 unit) or Algebra I-Pt. 1 and Algebra I-Pt. 2 (2 units), Applied Algebra I (1unit) Geometry or Applied Geometry The remaining units shall come from the following: Algebra II, Financial Mathematics, Math Essentials, Advanced Mathematics I, Advanced Mathematics II, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, Probability and Statistics, Discrete Mathematics, or a locally initiated elective approved by BESE as a math substitute. Science 3 units Shall be the following: 1 unit of Biology 1 unit from the following Physical Science cluster: Physical Science, Integrated Science, Chemistry I, Physics I, Physics of Technology I 1 unit from the following courses: Aerospace Science, Biology II, Chemistry II, Earth Science, Environmental Science, Physics II, Physics of Technology II, Agriscience II, Anatomy and Physiology, Chem Com, an additional course from the Physical Science cluster, or a locally initiated elective approved by BESE as a science substitute. Students may not take both Integrated Science and Physical Science Agriscience I is a prerequisite for Agriscience II and is an elective course. Social Studies 3 units Shall be U.S. History, 1unit of Civics; and one of the following: World History, World Geography, Western Civilization, or AP European History. Health Education 1/2 unit JROTC I & II may satisfy Health Requirement Physical Education 1 1/2 units Shall be Physical Education I and Physical Education II, or Adapted Physical Education for eligible special education students. A maximum of 4 units of Physical Education may be used toward graduation. NOTE: The substitution of JROTC is permissible. Education for Careers or Journey to Careers* 1 unit Electives 8 units Shall include the minimum courses required to complete a Career Area of Concentration. The area of concentration shall include of 1 unit of Education for Careers or Journey to Careers. TOTAL 24 units 20

27 ACADEMIC HONESTY POLICY The essential rules of academic honesty are that every assignment should be the original work of the student who turns it in, and appropriate credit should be given to all sources used. It is the responsibility of each student to adhere to a high code of honor and integrity. Student, Parent/Guardian, and Teacher Responsibilities: Students are expected to adhere to the principles of academic honesty in completing all tests, quizzes, reports, assignments, discussions, and other academic work represented as their own. Parents/guardians are expected to support the spirit and intent of this agreement by reviewing the principles of academic honesty with their student and encouraging the student to practice them. Teachers are expected to promote the academic honesty policy through ongoing reference to and application of the principles which safeguard the integrity of our program, to make clear to students the fact that the principles of academic honesty will be strictly enforced, and to act on and enforce appropriate consequences when a student is found to have violated the academic honesty policy. Academic dishonesty is evidenced by not following testing procedures, cheating or plagiarizing and involves an attempt by a student to show possession of knowledge and skills he/she does not possess. Providing unauthorized information to another student, such as test/ essay/ or assignment answers, is also a violation of academic honesty. Plagiarism or violations of the academic honest policy include: 1. Using or having had access to unauthorized information on a test 2. Stealing passages or ideas from any source and using them in one's own writing assignments without proper documentation. 3. Collaborating with another student on an individual assignment. 4. Recording/ copying test questions or answers to pass to other students and/ or receiving copied questions or answers. 5. Providing or receiving answers from individual assignments or essays 6. Discussing test questions or answers with another student without the express permission of the instructor. 7. Altering or misusing documents 8. Impersonating, misrepresenting, or knowingly providing false information as to one's identity 9. Use of an online language translator 10. Violation of testing procedures 21

28 Should plagiarism or violation of the academic honesty policy occur, the student will receive no credit for the assignment and may be referred to the administration for disciplinary action. In addition, a student involved in an instance of academic dishonesty should be aware of the ramifications regarding teacher recommendations and college admissions. The student remains responsible for the academic honesty of work submitted and should consult with the course instructor if anything about these guidelines is unclear. This policy was adapted from the School Academic Honesty Agreement published by Louisiana Department of Education for Louisiana Virtual School. END-OF-COURSE ASSESSMENTS (EOC) The End-Of-Course (EOC) tests are designed to measure whether students have mastered the knowledge, skills, and abilities at the end of courses. The content of the assessments is based on Grade-Level Expectations (GLE s). End-of-Course testing was recommended by the High School Redesign Commission to ensure consistent and rigorous instruction and academic expectations throughout Louisiana high schools. End-of-course tests are given to high school students in the following subjects: Algebra I, English II, Geometry, Biology, English III, and American History. Beginning with the Freshman class, all incoming freshmen must pass three EOC tests in the following categories: English II or English III, Algebra I or Geometry, and Biology or American History. The EOC tests will replace the Graduation Exit Examination (GEE) for graduation purposes. CORRESPONDENCE COURSES A student may take one or more correspondence courses through Louisiana High School Correspondence, with permission of the counselor and the administration. Each semester of a course consists of approximately twelve lessons and two examinations. The exams are administered under a counselor s supervision. The cost of $ per semester does not include books, which must be purchased separately. The counselors have registration materials. Most courses can be completed on-line. A correspondence course may be begun at any time during the year, but students who wish to complete a course in time for graduation must register by mid January of their graduation year. Graduating seniors must complete courses by the April deadline as determined by Captain Shreve. Final grade must be in by the last day of senior exams for the student to participate in the graduation ceremony. Correspondence courses require a great deal of self-discipline and are very time consuming. In general, summer school is recommended over a correspondence course. 22

29 GRADUATION SUPPLIES Orders for caps and gowns, invitations and other graduation supplies are taken in January. Seniors are required to purchase a cap and gown in order to participate in the ceremony, but other supplies are optional. All payments are considered non-refundable. GRADUATION DRESS AND CONDUCT School officials may enforce a dress code requiring appropriate graduation attire and may prohibit a student who violates the dress code from participating in the graduation ceremony (Fowler v. Williamson, 1978). As we approach graduation, seniors who behave in violation of Caddo Parish School Board policy or Captain Shreve High School rules will not be able to participate in the graduation ceremony. HONOR CORDS FOR GRADUATION By Caddo Parish School Board policy the following are criteria used to designate those who may wear honor cords in the graduation exercises. Green/gold cords are worn by students with a GPA greater than 4.0. Gold/white cords are worn by the next 5% of the remainder of the class. The GPA will be determined at the end of the eighth semester. National Honor Society members will wear the NHS stole. Mu Alpha Theta and National Technical Honor Society may wear their respective cords. DEBT POLICY If a student has outstanding debts, his/her report cards, diplomas, and other like documents, as well as the opportunity to participate in the graduation ceremony will be withheld. ALL SENIORS WHO DO NOT MEET GRADUATION REQUIREMENTS BY GRADUATION DAY WILL NOT BE ALLOWED TO PARTICIPATE IN THE CEREMONY. 23

30 PRESIDENT S EDUCATION AWARD PROGRAM (PEAP) QUALIFICATIONS: a. Senior status b. Standardized test scores of 85th percentile or higher on ACT or SAT in math or reading c. Seven semester GPA 3.5 on a 4.0 grading scale REGENTS CORE English 4 units Shall be English I, II, III, and English IV Mathematics 4 units Algebra I (1 unit), Applied Algebra I, or Algebra I-Pt. 2 Geometry, Applied Geometry Algebra II The remaining unit shall come from the following: Financial Math, Math Essentials, Advanced: Pre-Calculus, Advanced: Functions and Statistics, Pre-Calculus, Calculus, AP Calculus BC, Probability and Statistics, Discrete Mathematics, approved elective. Science 4 units Shall be the following: 1 unit of Biology 1 unit of Chemistry 2 units from the following courses: Physical Science, Integrated Science, Physics I, Physics of Technology I, Aerospace Science, Biology II, Chemistry II, Earth Science, Environmental Science, Physics II, Physics of Technology II, Agriscience II, Anatomy and Physiology, or an approved elective (including approved IBC course). Social Studies 4 units Shall be the following 1 unit of Civics (with a section of Free Enterprise) 1 unit of US History 1 unit from the following: World History, World Geography, Western Civilization, or AP European History 1 unit from the following: World History, World Geography, Western Civilization, AP European History, Law Studies, Psychology, Sociology, or African American Studies (including approved IBC course). Note: Students may take two half credit courses for the fourth required social studies unit. Foreign Language 2 units Shall be 2 units in the same Foreign Language or 2 Speech courses Arts 1 unit 1 unit Fine Arts Survey or 1 unit of Art, Dance, Music, Theatre Arts, or Media Arts. A student completing a Career and Technical Area of Concentration may substitute a BESE/Board of Regents approved IBC course from within the student's area of concentration for the required applied arts unit. TOTAL 19 units Note: IBC = Industry Based Course 24

31 LOUISIANA BOARD OF REGENTS: OFFICE OF ACADEMIC AFFAIRS MINIMUM ADMISSION STANDARDS FOR FIRST TIME FRESHMAN Admission* to 4-Year Universities flagship, statewide, or regional*. Effective: Fall 2012 except where noted High School Curriculum Regents Core: 19 units (from Core 4 Curriculum) AND Overall HS GPA Minimum HS GPA: 2.0 AND Developmental Courses Needed Minimum ACT sub score: English> 18; Math> 19 Student meeting admission standards except for the need for developmental courses may enroll in the summer and upon successful completion of the developmental courses be admitted for fall. AND ONE OF THE FOLLOWING HS Core GPA GPA on the CORE 3.0 Flagship GPA on the CORE 2.5 Statewide OR ACT GPA on the CORE 2.0 Regional OR ACT Composite 25 Flagship ACT Composite 23 Statewide ACT Composite 20 Regional Flagship: LSU, Statewide: LA Tech, ULL, UNO Regional: Grambling, LSU-A, McNeese, Nichols, NSU, SLU, SU, SUNO, ULM *NOTE: Two-Year institutions are open admission for freshmen students with: a diploma from a BESE approved high school, or GED or its equivalent, or appropriate core on an Ability to Benefit test. 25

32 What is TOPS? Louisiana s Tuition Opportunity Program for Students (TOPS) is a comprehensive program of state scholarships and one of the most innovative and progressive student assistance programs in the nation. TOPS has four award components. See the table on the next 2 pages for eligibility and renewal requirements of each award component. How and When to Apply for TOPS? To apply for all TOPS awards you must submit the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the academic year, you enroll as a full-time student at a Louisiana college or university.* For example, if you will graduate from high school in school year and enroll during the academic year, submit the version of the FAFSA. Students who can demonstrate that they do not qualify for federal grant aid and are not interested in obtaining other forms of federal student aid, such as loans or work-study, may submit the On-Line Application found at Contact LOSFA for assistance in filing an application. The FAFSA may be filed after January 1, and will be given priority consideration if received by May 1, and must be received by July 1 to avoid penalties. A FAFSA received more than 120 days after July 1 will not be funded until the subsequent college academic year * A FAFSA may be obtained by calling the Office of Student Financial Assistance at (800) , Ext or you may apply over the Internet at * Members of the Armed Forces, see Note 5 on the next page. Students who enroll as first-time freshmen in out-of-state colleges, see Note 8 on the next page. 26

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34 TOPS TECH CORE CURRICULUM* UNITS COURSE 3 English I, English II, and English III English IV, Business English, or Senior Applications in English Algebra I; Applied Algebra I; Algebra I Part 1 and 2 (two units); or Applied Mathematics I and II (two units) Geometry, Applied Geometry, Applied Mathematics III, Algebra II, Financial Mathematics, Math Essentials, Advanced Mathematics I, Advanced Mathematics II, Discrete Mathematics, or Probability and Statistics Biology Chemistry or applied Chemistry Earth Science, Environmental Science, Physical Science, Integrated Science, Biology II, Chemistry II, Physics, Physics II, or Physics for Technology or Agriscience I and Agriscience II (both for one unit) American History World History, Western Civilization, or World Geography Civics and Free Enterprise (one unit combined) or Civics (one unit) Remaining core courses must be selected from one of the two following options: Option 1 Fine Arts Survey (or substitute two units of performance courses in music, dance or theater; or two units of visual art; (or substitute two units of studio art; or a career/technical studies course approved by BESE; or substitute one unit of an elective from among the other subjects listed in this core curriculum) Foreign Language, Technical Writing, Speech I or Speech II Computer Education program of studies approved by BESE. 17 Total Core Curriculum Units Option 2 OR 4 A career major comprised of sequence of a related specialty courses and approved for the school by BESE Basic computer course Related or technical fields course 19 Total Core Curriculum Units * Requirements subject to change 28